Putin’s Tsarist Dream, written by Beatrice de Graaf and Niels Drost, shows how Vladimir Putin uses history as a political weapon. By intertwining historical myths, religious beliefs, and imperial ambitions, the book demonstrates how Putin’s worldview not only rewrites the past, but also shapes today’s geopolitical reality.
Since the publication of the book, interviews, reviews, and opinion pieces have appeared in Dutch and international media. Below you will find an overview of the most important television and radio appearances, podcasts, and publications.
Eva (NPO 1) (Dutch)
1 April 2026
OVT (VPRO) (Dutch)
10 April 2026
Historische BoekenCast #73 (Dutch)
4 May 2026
Putin's Tsarist Dream examines the historical and religious ideas that underpin Putin’s worldview. The book shows how history is used as a source of legitimacy for war, power politics, and imperial ambitions, thereby offering a new perspective on the war in Ukraine and the changing international order.
Authors: Beatrice de Graaf & Niels Drost
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